History for the Curious - The Jewish History Podcast

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#92 - The Silent War II - IBM’s Deceit Jul 13, 2023

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In pursuit of profit, IBM disregarded all morals and supplied Nazi Germany with the technological capabilities to identify and pursue the Jews.

To avoid scrutiny, IBM’s transactions were carried out through neutral countries and veils of corporate secrecy.

#91 - The Silent War I - Deceiving the Gestapo Jul 04, 2023

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Heroism took on many forms during the Holocaust, collective & individual, spiritual & armed.

But the choice to live a double life meant choosing to live with the constant fear of betrayal.

This is the story of Helene’s choice.

#90 - The Sinai Revelation II (1312BCE) - Challenges & Deniers Jun 28, 2023

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In the Western world, academia dismisses the idea that Torah is G-d given.

How robust is their theory of Documentary Hypothesis? Who was P? Did Ezra author any of Chumash?

Wouldn't a hurricane explain the Sinai experience or perhaps Mass-Hypnosis?

#89 - The Sinai Revelation I (1312BCE) - Exploding the Myths Jun 26, 2023

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All religions have a narrative regarding their origins. Judaism states that G-d appeared on Mt Sinai 3335 years ago to communicate with mankind. Is it rational to believe in this history of the divine origin of the Torah? Can we prove beyond a reasonable doubt that we encountered G-d? Does Judaism make sense?

#88 - The Maharam of Rottenberg II (1215-1307) Jun 15, 2023

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To ransom or not? And why after he died?

The Maharam’s responsa: Who matters - the individual or the community.

Taking life during the Crusades, removing leprosy and deciding halacha based on dreams.

#87 - The Maharam of Rotenberg I (1215-1293) featuring Rabbi S.F Zimmerman Jun 07, 2023

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Featuring special guest speaker Rabbi Shraga Feivel Zimmerman.

As the 13th century drew to a close and persecution in Germany increased, one individual gathered together thousands of responsa and rulings: Rabbi Meir of Rotenberg.

Who was he? How did his writings influence the next 700 years of Jewish life? And why was he never set free?

#86 - A Look Back at History May 31, 2023

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Celebrating 200,000 downloads! Thank you all!

Answering your questions on the Jews in England, Budapest's personalities, the Noda Biyehuda, Shabbetai Zvi in the 21st century, and introducing the life and times of Rabbi Naftali Zilberberg.

#85 - Budapest III (1686-1877) - The Hapsburg Years May 24, 2023

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Hungary might forbid Israelites to live in their cities, but the Seven Communities change the rules. Nevertheless, the Jews are still barely tolerated.

They join the revolution of 1848, but when emancipation comes their way, the cracks will widen. Be careful what you wish for

#84 - Budapest II (1526-1686) - The Ottoman Era May 17, 2023

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In 1526, Hungarian Monarchy & Christianity was replaced with Moslem law. Jews brought West to East and vice versa.

The era was one of communal endeavours, halachic responsa and targeted kidnappings.

But how do you spell Buda?

#83 - Budapest I (1037-1526) - Kings, Money & Religion May 10, 2023

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Hungary changes from being Pagan to becoming Christian in the 11th century.

How did this affect the Jews? What was the Jewish Prefect? Who was Shlomo Seneor? And where is Ofen?

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